A Second Spring

A Second Spring

Magnolias Just as the magnolias started to blossom this spring, a frost came. They shrivelled before they had a chance to show their splendour. Grieving, I dug out some old sketches and created Magnolias. This was weeks ago and as I was on my walk today I passed many...
My Creative Lunch Break

My Creative Lunch Break

Like Sharon Collins, I took a creative lunch break. I co-ordinated lunch for my kids and stuck a sketchbook and pencil in my purse. A break was just what I needed in the midst of a week packed full of appointments.  But where can I have a break in a house full of...
Lantern Festival 2

Lantern Festival 2

The fireworks are over and the lanterns are still up – it’s a good time to be in China! I’ve renovated, with the hopes you’ll enjoy my site more and find it easier to navigate. Lantern Festival 2 is featured on my new...
Lantern Festival in Ink and Watercolour

Lantern Festival in Ink and Watercolour

Did you know that in China, Chinese New Year is more commonly called Spring Festival? The fifteen day celebration truly is designed to put the coldest days of winter behind and usher in Spring. Friday night was Lantern Festival, the last night of the celebration and...